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The Sheldon Inn

4.2 (720 reviews)
PriceyAmerican
Closed • 10:00 am - 1:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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What's the vibe?
Romantic
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Meatball, bruschetta, and curly fries
Farah L.

Went to the May and July Girl Dinners. Such a fun idea! Food was so delicious. The first one had truffle tater tots and it was crispy and savory. The second one was okay, but everything was made well. Service was fabulous. The waitress even described what things taste like to help us determine whether or not we wanted something or not. Ambiance was beautiful. Almost as if you could host a wedding there.

Ms. Krystall M.

Came to to dinner with my linesisters. Not only did we have a good time catching up but we had a great dinner. I had the GRILLED SALMON with garlic mashed potatoes, fried brussels sprouts and maple bourbon glaze. I accompanied my meal with a glass of Cabernet. Everything tasted wonderful and service was great as always. I love coming here for occasions with people as they make you feel special with the picture and great food! Great place for dinner with partner or girls as the ambiance is always classy, not too loud and inviting. Will be back again.

French Onion Soup
Nichole G.

We went to Sheldon Inn Restaurant & Bar on a Saturday night, and honestly, this started off as one of those "let's just try our luck" kind of dinners. We had checked online and even called and were told no tables, but figured maybe we could grab a spot at the bar. When we walked in, I thought, " What's the harm in asking"...and somehow a table for two had just opened up. One of those meant-to-be moments. I started with a martini, which was great, and I ordered the macadamia crusted halibut special with asparagus and mashed potatoes. The fish itself was really good. The potatoes needed a little help, though. I definitely wish I had asked for extra sauce and a little salt and pepper, but I did appreciate that they tasted homemade with those bigger chunks. We also got the French onion soup to start, and that was so good. It had little tips of filet in it, and honestly, that might have been my favorite part of the whole meal. My husband ordered the stuffed chicken, and this is where things kind of went sideways. The chicken was really dry, and then halfway through, he bit down on what looked like a cherry pit. Definitely not something you expect, and kind of a mood killer. We called the waiter over, and they were very apologetic, and the service the entire night really was great. But between the dry chicken and that surprise, we were kind of done at that point. We were planning on dessert, but just didn't even feel like it anymore. That said, we've been here before and have had really great meals, which is why I wouldn't write it off. The service was great, everything was clean, and it still has that nice, classic feel. Also, a side note, I used the restroom before we left, and I have to say, as a mom, seeing an actual changing station with drawers and supplies made me so happy. I remember those flimsy fold down tables and being nervous using them, so this felt like such a thoughtful touch. They even had a bidet, which I tried to check out, but it wasn't working. Helpful tip: Get the French onion soup, and if your dish comes with a sauce...ask for extra. Not a perfect night, but enough good here that we'd come back again.

Salmon w/ fried Brussels sprouts, mashed potatoes, and maple bourbon glaze
Corinna T.

I am well overdue for this updated review but here I am nearly a month and a half later. My husband and I came here for Valentine's Day even though I mentioned to him my prior and only experience was not the greatest. What convinced me was their Valentine's menu and let me say it sure didn't disappoint! Our server was Mia who was an absolute pleasure to have. She was attentive, kind, and very informative of the menu when we were indecisive. We were seated in their speakeasy, completely separate from the main restaurant, which I enjoyed much more. (less hustle and bustle) The ambiance was more romantic and intimate. I chose the Grilled Salmon served with garlic mash potatoes, fried brussels sprouts, and maple bourbon glaze. This was 15/10! Everything was perfection. The salmon wasn't too wet or dry, brussels were lightly crispy and not bitter like I've had at other places, garlic mash was well-seasoned and so creamy and fluffy. That glaze was everything that pulled the dish together! The maple glaze wasn't too sweet and had a nice subtle flavor. If they ever have this on their regular menu I'd order in a heartbeat. My husband got their North Atlantic Lobster Tail. They did not skimp on the lobster at all!!! His plate was served with bistro rice, broccolini, and butter to drown the lobster in of course. Rice was fluffy but could've used a bit more seasoning and broccolini was cooked well while still having a bit of a bite to it. We ended the evening with their Pot de Crème served with hazelnuts, strawberries, and whipped cream. This was another delicious bite! Yes, it is chocolate so you would expect something super decadent and overly sweet. That was not the case... It was similar to a mousse but a little more denser and rich but still offering such a creamy and silky texture. Glad we came here to celebrate Valentine's Day! Cheers to second chances!

Kenneth K.

This visit wasn't our first time & I'm sure it won't be our last. We had been here for my wife's birthday in the past maybe 5 years ago? It had been so long ago that it was time to revisit for dinner. They had a dinner special we took advantage of back a few months ago. I'm sorry I waited so long to write a review as it was well worth our time but life happens! It was like 2 for 85 dollars. I think my wife got the special through her email but don't quote me on that bc they didn't advertise it on their menu. We had to let our waiter know that we knew about this special btw. We ordered the fried brussel sprouts, caesar salad, Portuguese bean soup, braised shortribs & my wife had her 6 oz lobster which was cooked to perfection! They also brought us bread with butter. We were way too full by the time it was dessert despite it sitting adjacent to us! What a treat bc everything tasted delicious! Wow we are surely ready to return:-))) This restaurant's ambiance was swanky & perfect for special occasions! They even have special events once a month for entertainment if you're into live music but mainly during the summer months as it's outdoors with a cover charge. It's well worth it if you want to do something different. Yes you can have dinner here with live music! You can make it for a date night! Right??? Ok I'm sure we will...lol

Salmon (with green beans)
Richard G.

This was a really good dinner experience. It was my first time and I didn't know what to expect but it was great. The brussel sprout appetizer was incredible. The burger was absolutely fantastic. Even our server Jada was a rockstar. This is an easy 5 star review.

Magda G.

We had a great experience for dinner at Sheldon Inn. There's plenty of parking. We're welcomed and seated promptly. Every server that interacted with our table was very nice and welcoming. They continued to check on us throughout and they even offered to take a picture for us. We were given a complementary photo which was a very nice surprise. The food was brought out promptly. Everything that we tried was amazing. The bread and butter was so good. They offered us more bread without hesitation. The brussel sprouts, and the calamari are a must for appetizers. I had the ribeye and it was cooked and seasoned well. We also ordered desserts. The bread pudding cake was really good as well as the berry pie à la mode. Overall great experience and great service. We were well attended throughout the night!

Espresso tequila and berry bliss
Jasmeen K.

Their service was great. Our server was very attentive to our needs and kept asking at appropriate times if we were good. The menu is customized to say our names and 5th anniversary on top. My Husband's name was misspelled, but we had a good laugh about that. Drink were yummy. The location was beautiful. Only other thing was that we were told they take a photo of us and put it into a keepsake, which we didn't get to unfortunately experience. Someone offered to take a photo of us on one of our phones.

10oz Lobster Tail with Truffled Mashed Potatoes. The Lobster was cooked perfect and the Mashed Potato's complimented the dish.
Frankie X.

Made Reservations for a New Year's Eve dinner and was NOT disappointed!! The atmosphere was amazing as was the energy of our server Mia and staff. They were quick, friendly, and seemed happy to see us. We were seated on the second floor which we did ask for and it was very clean and welcoming. They had a 3 course dinner with some great options. The food tasted Delicious but one side really stood out. This was the Broccolini. I'm not a huge broccoli fan but this was so good! We will definitely be back for their Holiday Dinners if they continue to offer them. I'm so Grateful for all the employees who took the time away from their families to show up and make this a beautiful experience for everyone.

C. C.

Fantastic surf and turf dinner for my birthday . Impeccable service. And they wished me happy birthday on the menu.

Mint muddled lemonade
Jesse B.

Came here for the set menu Mother's Day brunch . It was nice experience. The service is good I just wish we weren't seated at a table that seemed out in the open In the middle of the restaurant. We definitely want to comeback and try their actual menu to see if it's just as good .

Chimicurri steak , potatoes, and asparagus
Nicole B.

I recently celebrated my birthday here and can highly recommend it for food, ambiance and events. As I assumed it would be a warm evening i reserved a table for 10 outdoors. Of course a few people weren't able to make it so it ended up being 7 of us. I had dropped off my cake , flowers, candles balloons and brought two bottles of champagne for corkage . Everything looked lovely when we arrived however I wish they had a table cloth on the black iron table. The service was polite and professional and the hostess was super sweet. Most importantly the food was delicious and everyone seemed pleased with their food. I have a tough crowd to please. My chimicurri flank steak was delicious. I am surprised that living in Elk Grove all of these years I am not sure why I had never eaten here before? However after such a grear experience and delicious food I will definitely return.

Bread for the table
Brianne P.

Wow! The amount of times I have driven past this gem on Grant Line... countless. Came here to celebrate my parent's 30th anniversary. They had their names on a printed menu for our table to recognize their anniversary, took a complementary picture and put it in a cute frame. Nice touch! More of a fancier vibe (they give you warm hand towels at the end of your dinner). The bar area is more causal for sure. Definitely a spot to come if you're celebrating a special occasion. Service was really great overall. Food was amazing. We got the ribeye, the salmon, and the fried chicken (not on the regular menu it's the Tuesday special), calamari to start, and finished with a slice of cheesecake. Everything was flavorful and came out hot. The mashed potatoes had a bacon gravy that was to die for. Ribeye was cooked a perfect medium. The green beans were crunchy and garlicky. If you're looking to treat yourself or loved ones, check out the Sheldon Inn!

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Ask the Community - The Sheldon Inn

Do they do take out?

I don't know.

Do they have a bigger cut than a 12oz rib eye?

Is the patio pretty shaded or comfortable on super hot days (100) around 6:30 or should I do reservations inside? It's our 1st time going. Thank you for any feedback

Beautiful patio that is shaded

Is this kid friendly? Do they take reservations?

Are your kids fine-dining friendly? :-) If they know how to behave in an environment like that and have adult palates, I'm sure it'd be fine to bring them. However, if they're not yet to that level of maturity and don't do well with fine cuisine, it… 

Are vegan diners able to be accommodated?

Yes, they have a vegan cauliflower steak entree

Will they do thanksgiving dinner?

Is patio dining available here?

Yes, they have a beautiful outdoor dining patio area that is also socially distanced.

Are they open on Fridays?

Yes, based on the Friday I went on during the summer. I suggest you check their website or give them a call to confirm.

What's the dress code here? Would a collard shirt and nice shorts be acceptable?

You can run the gamut. Jeans and a polo shirt. Suit. Shorts and a polo shirt. Great for date night. Proms. The wait staff is in collared, long sleeve button down shirts, classy. The patrons are of all ages and dress styles.

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